From the Editor – July 2026
Welcome to July, the beginning of the second half of the year. My, how time flies. It seems like only yesterday that we were experiencing sub-zero temperatures, and now before … Read More
Photo of the Month – July 2026
Amber Dusk Over Gwangju As amber dusk spills over Mudeung Mountain’s crest, mist softens the distant ranges. The lights of Gwangju unfurl like a quiet breath, glowing tenderly beneath the … Read More
Gwangju City News – July 2026
A New Dawn: Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City Sets Sail The Jeonnam (Jeollanam-do) and Gwangju regions have launched a historic administrative merger on July 1, marking the creation of the country’s first-ever unified special city. … Read More
Beating the Heat, Korean Style: Exploring Two Unforgettable Water Park Escapes
By Neha Bisht || As the summer sun blazes across South Korea, bringing soaring temperatures and humid days, families and groups of friends begin searching for the perfect escape from … Read More
Lessons from a May in Gwangju: A Conversation with Pitikan Sitthidej on Human Rights, Regional Challenges, and International Cooperation
By Luis Andrés || During the World Human Rights Cities Forum in Gwangju, the city welcomed voices from around the world committed to advancing human dignity and democratic values. Among … Read More
Starbucks: Void of Historical Sensitivity
By Kim Jongbun || On the evening of June 2, I walked into a Starbucks near the waterfront – not to order a drink but to request a refund. I … Read More
Liberty and Freedom: Sister Cities Gwangju and San Antonio
By Murdock O’Mooney || According to writer Isadora James, “A sister is a gift to the heart, a friend to the spirit, and a golden thread to the meaning of … Read More
Changing to an F-2 Visa
By Dhivyaa S. P. || Why does the F-2 visa matter? For many foreign residents in Korea, the F-2 visa is an important step toward a more stable life. It … Read More